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Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,987 cc

LM55 BXJMOT history

LM55 BXJ is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 97,635 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

LM55 BXJ silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
97,635 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,708 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM55 BXJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM55 BXJ was last recorded at 97,635 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,635 miles · 11 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,708 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,635 miles
  • 2025 – 84,162 miles
  • 2024 – 72,797 miles
  • 2023 – 60,690 miles
  • 2022 – 60,600 miles
  • 2020 – 58,554 miles
  • 2019 – 56,184 miles
  • 2018 – 53,881 miles
  • 2017 – 51,344 miles
  • 2016 – 49,017 miles
  • 2015 – 45,718 miles
  • 2014 – 42,772 miles
  • 2013 – 38,837 miles
  • 2012 – 35,905 miles
  • 2011 – 31,654 miles
  • 2010 – 27,850 miles
  • 2009 – 22,120 miles
  • 2008 – 16,639 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,635 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside front tyre slightly damaged on outer wall

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,635 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    97,635 miles
    Test number
    414381722455
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Fail97,635 miles (+13,473)2 dangerous3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,635 miles
    Test number
    478656326560
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm & Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass84,162 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    84,162 miles
    Test number
    717198321304
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  4. Fail84,160 miles (+11,363)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,160 miles
    Test number
    575882090693
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  5. Pass72,797 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    72,797 miles
    Test number
    754106184644
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  6. Fail72,797 miles (+12,107)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,797 miles
    Test number
    458408090875
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  7. Pass60,690 miles (+90)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    60,690 miles
    Test number
    426092529252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass60,600 miles (+2,046)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    60,600 miles
    Test number
    859273062277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass58,554 miles (+2,370)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    58,554 miles
    Test number
    601353261850
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre slightly damaged on outer wall
  10. Pass56,184 miles (+2,303)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    56,184 miles
    Test number
    787479437475
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre slightly damaged on outer wall
  11. Pass53,881 miles (+2,537)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    53,881 miles
    Test number
    680187840365
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre slightly damaged on outer wall
  12. Pass51,344 miles (+2,327)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    51,344 miles
    Test number
    239313395048
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint [rear facing] (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre slightly damaged on outer wall
  13. Pass49,017 miles (+3,299)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    49,017 miles
    Test number
    467484288216
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded no breaks present when inspected
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to wear low
  14. Pass45,718 miles (+2,946)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    45,718 miles
    Test number
    443852077891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass42,772 miles (+3,935)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    42,772 miles
    Test number
    996411154389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,837 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    38,837 miles
    Test number
    117815943371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail38,837 miles (+2,932)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,837 miles
    Test number
    655935443390
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  18. Pass35,905 miles (+4,251)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    35,905 miles
    Test number
    308779342333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,654 miles (+3,804)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    31,654 miles
    Test number
    579028841312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,850 miles (+5,730)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    27,850 miles
    Test number
    530191340345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,120 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    22,120 miles
    Test number
    250951059303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail22,118 miles (+5,479)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,118 miles
    Test number
    463969649329
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteInner edge of sidewall cracking
  23. Pass16,639 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    16,639 miles
    Test number
    383648338354
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre cracked and split around inside sidewall circumference no cording visible at time of test advise replacement
    • NoteO/s/f tyre cracked and split around inside sidewall circumference no cording visible at time of test but advise replacement

Questions about LM55 BXJ

Does LM55 BXJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM55 BXJ is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM55 BXJ?
The MOT on LM55 BXJ is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM55 BXJ done?
LM55 BXJ was recorded at 97,635 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 4,708 miles a year.
Has LM55 BXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM55 BXJ has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LM55 BXJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LM55 BXJ find?
LM55 BXJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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